Category: Science/Technology

3MTT secures an additional €11 million funding for...

The European Union and the Government of Denmark have committed an additional €11 million to Nigeria’s 3 Million… The post 3MTT se...

Sun King moves big on Ethiopia with $150 Million s...

Sun King, the world’s largest off-grid solar company, plans to invest up to $150 million in Ethiopia by… The post Sun King moves b...

Save 20% on our all-time favorite air purifier ahe...

The Levoit Core 600S-P takes the top spot in our guide to the best air purifiers for allergies — and now, you can get it for just ...

Lençóis Maranhenses: Brazil's dune-filled expanse ...

Lençóis Maranhenses National Park hosts sand-dune fields that fill up with lagoons every wet season, but the reserve also has mang...

Synesthesia isn't just in your mind. The body reac...

Pupil size in people with synesthesia changed depending on how bright or dark the perceived colors were.

Here's the stargazing gear you need for April 2026...

These are our top camera, binocular and telescope recommendations for April's stargazing events, including the Lyrid meteor shower...

DNA shed by every living thing is lurking in the e...

Environments are littered with the DNA of the creatures that inhabit them. Analyzing it could provide a real-time view of how our ...

Roblox is changing online safety with AI

Roblox launches a real-time AI moderation system to detect harmful content by analyzing avatars, text and environments together ac...

DarkSword leak puts millions of iPhone users at ri...

A leaked hacking tool called DarkSword could expose older iPhones and iPads to attacks through malicious links and compromised web...

How a failed movie ticket purchase led to a startu...

In November 2024, Mayowa Ayodeji paid ₦7,000 ($5.05) to watch a film online. He didn’t get the film. What he got instead was that ...

Case Study: Regulation Is Becoming Nigeria’s Finte...

The story of Nigeria’s fintech boom is usually told as one of founders moving fast and regulators catching up. But that framing mi...

Kuda cuts jobs as restructuring hits core units, h...

Kuda executives also told staff the layoffs were not linked to financial performance or individual output but to a shift in operat...

Kenya’s crypto rules risk pricing out smaller firm...

While the proposed framework is meant to bring order to a fast-growing sector and protect consumers, the industry group says the d...

New NCC rules mandate telcos to flag suspected fra...

Telecoms Identity Risk Management System (TIRMS), a centralised platform that will track and verify the risk status of mobile numb...

In A Full-Circle Moment, Shay Taylor-Allen Matches...

Shay Taylor-Allen’s story is truly a full circle.

Fortune 500 Company Takes $6.7B Loss To Continue P...

Sarah London, the youngest woman to become CEO of a Fortune 500 company, is steering Centene through billions in losses.

Founder Adonica Shaw Is Behind A Redesign Of A Med...

Adonica Shaw is behind a historic invention aimed at advancing outcomes in women’s health.

Private Membership Club The Gathering Spot Closes ...

Private membership club The Gathering Spot is closing its Los Angeles location.

Bipartisan Bill Goes Before Over 30 HBCU President...

A bipartisan bill has been introduced to support research at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

How new fishing tech can reduce bycatch of turtles...

Nets equipped with water bottles and other tricks can help save some species, while allowing fisherman to still catch others

Conntour raises $7M from General Catalyst, YC to b...

Conntour uses AI models to let security teams query camera feeds using natural language to find any object, person, or situation.

Why hiring the weirdos works

When you’re building at breakneck speed, hiring a trusted team is crucial for an early-stage startup. Bland CEO and co-founder Isa...

A major hacking tool has leaked online, putting mi...

Here’s what we know, and what you need to know, about Coruna and DarkSword, two advanced iPhone hacking tools discovered by securi...

Silicon Valley’s two biggest dramas have intersect...

LiteLLM offers an AI open source project used by millions that was infected by credential harvesting malware.

ByteDance’s new AI video generation model, Dreamin...

The new model in CapCut will have built-in protections for making video from real faces or unauthorized intellectual property.

Senators Demand to Know How Much Energy Data Cente...

In a letter sent Thursday morning, Elizabeth Warren and Josh Hawley press the Energy Information Agency to mandate annual electric...

Soundboks Mix Review: A Great Party Speaker

This large Bluetooth speaker is massively loud, nearly indestructible, and lasts for 40 hours.

Using a VPN May Subject You to NSA Spying

US lawmakers are pressing Tulsi Gabbard to reveal whether using a VPN that connects to overseas servers can strip Americans of the...

The Sony Afeela Was Doomed to Fail

A six-year EV rollout ends with a thud.

A $20 Billion Crypto Scam Market Faces a New Gover...

The Telegram-based Xinbi Guarantee black market sells services that help prop up scam operations. British officials just hit the h...

Supreme Court sides with internet service provider...

The 9-0 ruling overturned a lower court's decision to order a new trial to determine how much the internet service provider owed t...

NYC schools drop more than $350K on ‘creepy’ new d...

"I feel like most people just would feel uncomfortable about the idea of that,” one teen NYC student told The Post.

‘Big Tech invincibility is over:’ Historic social ...

A historic ruling finding Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta and YouTube parent Google liable for fueling teen social media addiction could op...

Parents of social media victims to Big Tech after ...

The tenacious families of social media victims celebrated the landmark verdict Wednesday that determined Meta and Google design th...

Families are fed up with social media — and this w...

“I think this absolutely could also open up the floodgates,” attorney Josh Hammer said of this week's landmark social media trials...

Zuckerberg Suffers Pair of Bruising Courtroom Defe...

They set a major legal precedent. The post Zuckerberg Suffers Pair of Bruising Courtroom Defeats in Two Days That Could Cost Him a...

Why Is Everyone Losing Their Minds Over This Littl...

Nothing to see here. The post Why Is Everyone Losing Their Minds Over This Little Old Mars Pyramid? appeared first on Futurism.

Scientists Cloned a Mouse, Then Cloned the Clone, ...

Don't copy that copy! The post Scientists Cloned a Mouse, Then Cloned the Clone, Et Cetera. The Results Were Horrific appeared fir...

There’s Something Incredibly Weird About Two Deliv...

Again?! The post There’s Something Incredibly Weird About Two Delivery Robots Crashing Through Glass Bus Shelter in Chicago Within...

OpenAI Cancels Spicy “Adult Mode” Chatbot as Crisi...

It's probably for the best. The post OpenAI Cancels Spicy “Adult Mode” Chatbot as Crisis Deepens appeared first on Futurism.

30% of Nigerians earn below ₦100,000; majority uns...

A new PiggyVest report shows 30% of Nigerians earn under ₦100,000 monthly, while rising inflation and weak purchasing power leave ...

This ex-Google, ex-Anka founder is building Shopif...

After leaving Google, Ibrahima Sylla returned to Côte d’Ivoire to build for the African market. With Yelen, he’s turning WhatsApp ...

One man’s trash, another man’s revenue: Inside the...

As Nigeria’s waste crisis deepens, Ecobarter is betting that paying people to recycle and digitising informal collectors can succe...

Kenya moves to phase out low-end phones

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss Kenya phasing out low-end phones, how Yelen is simplifying online selling in Africa, and X freezin...

The next phase of AI for Nigerian businesses: From...

In 2026, the organisations that will be ahead are those that move beyond the pilot phase and rebuild their operations around AI in...

Latest Fintech Trends In Nigeria: What’s Shaping 2...

Latest Fintech Trends In Nigeria: What’s Shaping 2026 Nigeria’s fintech market is moving beyond payments into AI, open banking, co...

The Digital Must-Haves for Every First-Time Entrep...

The Digital Must-Haves for Every First-Time Entrepreneur: Domain & Professional Email In 2026, it’s incredibly easy to start selli...

AWIT Hosts ‘Give to Gain: Balancing the Scale’ IWD...

AWIT Hosts ‘Give to Gain: Balancing the Scale’ IWD 2026 Convening in Lagos Lagos, Nigeria – March 25, 2026 – African Women in Tech...

How to Spot Online Scams

How to Spot Online Scams A WhatsApp message drops in your inbox. It is from a trusted name, maybe a popular entrepreneur or… TechC...

AI Tools for Small Businesses That Save Time and M...

AI Tools for Small Businesses That Save Time and Money AI tools can help small businesses save time, improve customer service, and...

Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2026: Best early deals li...

Amazon Big Spring Sale is here. Shop early deals on tech, home and more before the March 25–31 event and save big now.

Drone food delivery launches in New Jersey

Drone food delivery arrives in New Jersey. Grubhub tests faster service with no extra cost. Here is what it means for you.

5 simple tech tips to take back control of your so...

Take back control of social media with 5 simple tips to reduce tracking, limit data sharing and protect your privacy today

Beyond Connected [Ep. 24] Text Scams, Deepfakes & ...

Learn how to spot scam texts, avoid deepfake fraud, and know when your computer is too old. CyberGuy answers top cybersecurity que...

Huge numbers of web stores are facing attack from ...

Hackers are actively using PolyShell against major brands and other ecommerce sites.

Forget the AI Armageddon—quantum computing is the ...

While AI grabs headlines, quantum computing quietly threatens to upend digital security foundations.

The AI gap nobody's talking about

Despite AI’s rapid advancements, training resources on secure and efficient AI use are still limited.

AI is making better business everybody’s business...

How AI is giving employees the tools to fix broken processes themselves.

Britain is building its tech empire on sand

Britain’s tech ambitions falter as developer burnout stifles innovation.

600-year-old pinot noir grape seed found in mediev...

The seed reveals that people in France have been cultivating the popular variety of grape since at least the 1400s, scientists say...

Pit viper among new species discovered in cave in ...

Researchers in Cambodia surveyed dozens of previously unexplored caves and found several species never seen before, including a pi...

What to know about the "wild, wild West" of viral ...

Here's what to know about peptides, what they can and can't do, and what's driving viral claims about possible health benefits onl...

Amputee sea turtle being tracked at sea from space

The staff at a Florida sea turtle hospital is monitoring some animals they've rehabilitated from space -- especially amputees, suc...

OpenAI pulls the plug on its Sora AI video app

OpenAI said Tuesday that it will discontinue the company's Sora app, which let users create AI-generated videos.

New Mexico jury finds Meta violated protection law...

The landmark decision comes after a nearly seven-week trial. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta prioritized ...

Meta and YouTube found liable on all charges in so...

The verdict, which caps a weeks-long trial in Los Angeles, could set a legal precedent for similar allegations brought against soc...

New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer prote...

A jury in New Mexico found Meta, which operates Facebook and Instagram, misled users about safety and enabled child sexual exploit...

Jury finds Meta and YouTube liable in landmark soc...

After days of deliberation, a jury in Los Angeles found Meta and YouTube liable for creating platforms designed to be addictive fo...

Global mobile money transactions hit $2trn in 2025...

Global mobile money transactions surpassed $2 trillion in 2025. This is according to GSMA’s latest State of the… The post Global m...

Understanding Kenya’s 373% internet subscribers gr...

Internet connectivity and digital transformation in Kenya have seen significant growth, driven by the growing demand for high-spee...

Only 6% of Nigerians feel financially secure – Pig...

Start with a number the Nigerian government would rather not display in public. Six per cent. That is… The post Only 6% of Nigeria...

From founder to fixer: How Amanda Etuk of Cascador...

Amanda Etuk knows what it means to build a business in Nigeria the hard way. Long before she… The post From founder to fixer: How ...

How to update your BVN phone number before the May...

Starting May 1, 2026, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) will allow you to change the phone number… The post How to update your BVN...

Chinese lander reveals giant 'cavity' of radiation...

A new study using data from China's Chang'e-4 moon lander found an area of reduced radiation from cosmic rays near the moon. The f...

Roman mosaic shows topless woman battling leopard ...

A third-century mosaic shows a topless woman battling a leopard in a Roman arena.

1,000-year-old altar and human sacrifices from Tol...

Archaeologists found the altar and human bones during a construction project near Tula, an ancient city that was the capital of th...

Live Science Today: Meta and Google fined for caus...

Thursday, March 26, 2026: Your daily roundup of the biggest science stories making headlines.

Brain aging results from a loss of control over ho...

Aging may "erase" the epigenetic markers that control gene expression in the brain, and this may create a snowball effect.

If someone gets into your email, they own every ac...

Criminals don't need your passwords to drain your accounts — they just need your email. Here's how account takeover fraud works an...

Air taxis in the US could launch this summer

A new federal eVTOL program targets passenger, cargo and medical flights across 26 states, with autonomous air taxi operations pot...

Spring clean your digital footprint: Why retirees ...

Spring cleaning your home is a habit — but your digital footprint needs the same attention. Data brokers quietly build profiles fr...

Musk says Tesla, SpaceX to build advanced chip man...

Elon Musk says his new Terafab chip plant in Austin aims to produce one terawatt of computing capacity yearly, addressing a critic...

US bans new foreign-made consumer internet routers...

The FCC is banning the import of all new foreign-made consumer routers over cybersecurity concerns amid a broader crackdown on Chi...

Army to test first-ever pilot optional Black Hawk ...

The U.S. Army has received its first autonomous UH-60MX Black Hawk, built with Sikorsky, marking a key milestone in military aviat...

Meta slashes roughly 700 jobs; layoffs hit multipl...

The latest job cuts at Meta hit areas like Reality Labs and social media teams as the company seeks greater cost control amid heav...

Jury finds Meta, Google liable in landmark social ...

Los Angeles jury delivers verdict in landmark case accusing Meta and YouTube of designing platforms to addict young users, setting...

Only one in 20 Nigerians earns above N1m monthly –...

One in 20 Nigerians now earns above ₦1 million ($723.26) monthly, according to data from savings platform Piggyvest’s new savings ...

In today's edition: Maziv sale pumps Remgro’s profits || Why Namibia rejected Starlink || Nigeria launches digital trade portal ||...

Stablecoin issuers in Kenya face $3.85 million min...

Stablecoin issuers must also maintain a minimum paid-up capital of KES 500 million (approximately $3.85 million) and core or liqui...

Nigerian crypto startup Quidax cuts jobs amid push...

Together, these developments point to a shift in Quidax’s focus toward infrastructure and B2B products, including its push into en...

Why being polite to AI might be hurting your resul...

The researchers tested how different tones, ranging from very polite to very rude, affect ChatGPT-4o's performance on multiple-cho...

50 Cent Inks $100M Deal To Launch Entertainment Hu...

If you don’t hear from 50 Cent, just know he’s likely closing in on a business deal.

Toronto-Based BKR Capital Raises $20M For Its Seco...

A venture capital firm supporting Black tech companies has closed its second fund.

Uncle Nearest Receiver Requests Gag Order Against ...

Uncle Nearest’s receiver seeks to bar its founders from speaking publicly about the brand’s ongoing case.

What Is TV Personality Steelo Brim’s Net Worth? He...

If you’ve ever tuned into MTV for an extended period of time, there’s a high likelihood that you’ve witnessed Sterling “Steelo” Br...

From ‘In Living Color’ To ‘Scary Movie 6,’ What Is...

Shawn Wayans may not be the loudest name in Hollywood, but his fingerprints are all over some of the most iconic comedies of the l...

Sweet! The cell’s sugary coating comes into view

Built from thickets of glucose, galactose, mannose and more, the glycome plays key roles in cell communication, immunity and the b...

New Mexico just handed Meta its first courtroom de...

The dollar amount isn’t as important as the fact that this is the first jury verdict of its kind against Meta over harm to young p...

Lululemon bets Epoch Biodesign can eat its shorts,...

Startup Epoch Biodesign uses enzymes to break plastic waste down into monomers, the chemical building blocks that can be used to m...

Amazon just bought a startup making kid-size human...

The acquisition of Fauna Robotics is the second robotics startup Amazon has purchased this month.

With $3.5B in fresh capital, Kleiner Perkins is go...

The fundraise includes $1 billion for investing in early-stage startups, and $2.5 billion for late-stage growth businesses.

A former Thiel fellow’s startup just launched a dr...

Brinc launched its newest 911 response drone this week, as the company seeks to expand its prominence in the public safety industr...

Chris Hayes Has Some Advice for Keeping Up With th...

The host of MS Now’s All In, knows how hard it is to stay current. But he also knows where you should focus your attention—and it ...

Best Premium Soundbars: Dolby Atmos, Hi-Res Audio,...

Soundbars just keep getting better, but some rise above the rest. These are the best high-end soundbars and wireless A/V speakers ...

How to Use Apple’s Live Translation on Your AirPod...

If you have a recent Apple device, you can translate live conversations. It’s impressive, and the new AirPods Pro Max just joined ...

Clear Drop Soft Plastic Compactor Review: Eco Expe...

Clear Drop’s Soft Plastic Compactor is a unique household recycling solution that’s fun to use, but who is it for?

Arm Is Now Making Its Own Chips

The chip design firm says Meta, OpenAI, Cerebras, and Cloudflare are among the first customers of its new artificial intelligence ...

Jury in landmark Meta, Google addiction trial havi...

Judge Carolyn B. Kuhl said the jury should reach a verdict if it can, adding that the case will have to be retried with a new set ...

Kalshi, Polymarket announce anti-insider trading r...

A bipartisan group of US senators introduced legislation on Monday that would prohibit prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polym...

Delivery Robot Allegedly Smashes Through Bus Stop ...

Smash and grab. The post Delivery Robot Allegedly Smashes Through Bus Stop Window, Keeps Driving Covered in Broken Glass appeared ...

Sketchy Polymarket Accounts Making Suspicious Bets...

The accounts are less than a week old and put down a huge amount of money. The post Sketchy Polymarket Accounts Making Suspicious ...

NASA Announces Nuclear Mission to Mars by 2028

The goal is to demonstrate "advanced nuclear electric propulsion in deep space." The post NASA Announces Nuclear Mission to Mars b...

CEO Confronted Over Using AI to Clone Real People ...

"You do not have our permission to use our names to do this." The post CEO Confronted Over Using AI to Clone Real People Without T...

No, McDonald’s Isn’t Deploying Humanoid Robots as ...

It's not what it looks like. The post No, McDonald’s Isn’t Deploying Humanoid Robots as Workers in Shanghai appeared first on Futu...

How a Nigerian developer built an AI tool used by ...

Sampson Ovuoba believes building UI should not be code-heavy, so he built Windframe for developers to build visually. Today, engin...

MTN phases out Ayoba after 7 years as it prepares ...

Ayoba, MTN’s super app, is being gradually phased out as part of a broader strategy to simplify its digital services and build a s...

Creators in Malawi to start earning online in Apri...

On Techpoint Digest, we discuss creators in Malawi ‘s plan to start earning online in April, a Nigerian AI tool for building websi...

Building a Tech Startup: A First Steps Guide for A...

Building a Tech Startup: A First Steps Guide for Aspiring Founders Every major tech company you admire today started as nothing mo...

How To Invest In African Startups: A Practical Gui...

How To Invest In African Startups: A Practical Guide This guide explains how to invest in African startups, from choosing an entry...

ALX to host Women’s Month virtual event

ALX to host Women’s Month virtual event Beyond the breakthrough: When one woman rises, communities rise ALX will host a virtual Wo...

Tidy up your tech: spring cleaning tips for safegu...

Safeguarding your digital life with a reliable physical backup isn't just a precaution - it's a necessity. Here's the essential ba...

Play my Word Search: Carry On Essentials

From passports to headphones, find all your travel must-haves in this carry-on essentials word search. A fun puzzle for travelers ...

Trump unveils national AI policy framework

Trump unveils AI policy plan. What it means for jobs, kids, privacy and power costs in the US. Key takeaways and risks explained.

10 Android privacy settings Samsung users must cha...

10 Android privacy settings Samsung users must change now to stop tracking, protect data and lock down your phone before trouble s...

DocuSign email scam targets healthcare workers

Nurse spots a fake DocuSign email tied to a license renewal scam. Learn the warning signs and how to avoid signing phishing docume...

PS5 Pro architect Mark Cerny says Sony's updated P...

PS5 and PS5 Pro console architect Mark Cerny has revealed that Sony’s updated PSSR (PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution) AI upsc...

‘Warcraft… with pure thought control’ — 100 days w...

After 100 days with a Neuralink implant, a patient describes playing Warcraft with pure thought